10.1.2.2.2 - Heap
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What is the main purpose of the heap memory in JVM?
💡 Hint: Think about where Java creates its objects.
Name the two major divisions of the heap memory.
💡 Hint: Think about the life cycle of objects in Java.
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What is the primary purpose of heap memory in the JVM?
💡 Hint: Think about what objects in Java are and where they exist.
True or False: The Old Generation consists of newly created objects.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to objects over time in memory.
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Analyze a scenario where an application frequently encounters OutOfMemoryError. Discuss how you would use your knowledge of heap memory to troubleshoot and optimize the situation.
💡 Hint: Consider both memory management and tuning parameters in your analysis.
Suppose you have an application that performs well until it suddenly starts lagging. Explore how heap memory allocation might contribute to this issue, and propose solutions.
💡 Hint: Think about memory allocation patterns and the relationship with performance.
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